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Chimney Gill - 9984 - photo 1
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Sebergham near Penrith, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA5
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Impressive Cumbria cottage, a detached farmhouse with woodburner, beams, en-suites, garden. On working farm near Sebergham. Penrith 10 miles. (Ref. 9984)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £1063

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The Chard - 1016227 - photo 1
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Longtown, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA6
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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An idyllic lodge resting on the outskirts of Longtown. All ground floor. Hot tub. WiFi. Gretna Green 7.4 miles. (Ref. 1016227)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub

3 nights from £372

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South Stonethwaite Cottage - 1041390 - photo 1
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Troutbeck, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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Outstanding cottage in pretty village of Troutbeck. Beautifully updated while retaining original features. Open fire, low ceilings and super bedrooms. Sleeps 3 in 2 bedrooms. (Ref. 1041390)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £415

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Kendal Cottage - 1103042 - photo 1
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Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA9
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    2.9★

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A centrally located three-storey cottage resting in Kendal, Cumbria. Near a National Park. Pet-friendly. Traditional. Woodburning stove. Permit parking. Windermere 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1103042)

  • Wi-fi
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £426

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Knotts Farmhouse - 1042540 - photo 1
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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.4★

    Good

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(Ref. 1042540)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £471

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Woodside Barn - 3735 - photo 1
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Pennington near Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8★

    Outstanding

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One of four quality Pennington cottages, this detached barn conversion is in beautiful surroundings close to popular Ulverston. A charming Pennington cottage for a year-round break. Ulverston 3 miles. (Ref. 3735)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £358

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Primrose Mount - 1042272 - photo 1
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Bowness, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.2★

    Good

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Contemporary architect designed open plan living with fabulous views & garden across Lake Windermere. Sleeps 5, + 1 dog. (Ref. 1042272)

  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £592

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The Cottage at Graysondale Farm - 964703 - photo 1
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Cockermouth, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA13
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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An attached barn conversion located 3 miles from Cockermouth in Cumbria. Exposed wooden beams. Near Lake District National Park. Period features. (Ref. 964703)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £357

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Birchmill Cottage - 1041651 - photo 1
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Crook, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA8
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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With a peaceful garden and superb countryside views from every window, this traditional Lakeland cottage is tucked down a peaceful country lane in the hamlet of Crook (Ref. 1041651)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £503

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Riverbank - 1143050 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Riverbank is a well-positioned, duplex apartment overlooking River Rothay in Grasmere, Cumbria. Lake District National Park. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Ambleside 4.3 miles; Windermere 8.6 miles; Keswick 13 miles. (Ref. 1143050)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £446

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Cottage 3 - 1006494 - photo 1
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Braithwaite, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA12
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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An attractive all-ground-floor cottage offering an ideal layout for a family of four. Open-plan. In the Lake District National Park. 2 x TV. Whinlatter Forest Park 0.6 miles, Derwent Water Marina 1.7 miles. (Ref. 1006494)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £334

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Brookside - 1087711 - photo 1
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Grizebeck, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA17
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A stunning, semi-detached cottage resting in Grizebeck, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Beautiful views. Woodburning stove. Kirkby-in-Furness 1.9 miles; Ulverston 6.2 miles; Coniston 11.2 miles; Windermere 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1087711)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £383

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Stonegarth Mews - 972456 - photo 1
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Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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Cosy contemporary cottage located on the edge of picturesque Grasmere, perfect for a couple seeking a quiet base to explore the northern lakes. short walk to pub and shops. (Ref. 972456)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £446

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Sweden Bridge Cottage - 1156397 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

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Sweden Bridge Cottage is a delightful cottage located in the village of Ambleside in Cumbria. In the Lake District National Park. Driveway parking. Grasmere 4.2 miles; Windermere 5 miles; Keswick 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1156397)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £469

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Yonder Lea - 1140436 - photo 1
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Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

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Yonder Lea, a stunningly-presented bungalow in the beautiful town of Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria. Single-storey. Garden decking. Smart TV. WiFi. Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5.7 miles; Kendal 9.9 miles. (Ref. 1140436)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £711

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Ale Cottage - 972284 - photo 1
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Ireby, Cumbria & The Lake District, CA7
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

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Fabulous pet friendly Cottage that is full of character, sleeping 4 people in a village location of Ireby to the north of Skiddaw.   (Ref. 972284)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

3 nights from £399

Last booked 2 days ago
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Little Robin Cottage - 1087799 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

An attractive terraced cottage nestled in Ambleside, Cumbria. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Electric charge point. Windermere 5.3 miles; Grasmere 4.3 mile; Keswick 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1087799)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £638

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River Falls View - 1041096 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5★

    Outstanding

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(Ref. 1041096)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £476

Last booked 2 days ago
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Little Barn - 1112453 - photo 1
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Grange-Over-Sands near Cartmel, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA11
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.7★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

A fantastic two-bedroom detached cottage resting on the outskirts of Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria. Smart TV. Sea views. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. Grange-over-Sands 1.3 miles; Bowness on Windermere 13.9 miles. (Ref. 1112453)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £430

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Waterside - 1042969 - photo 1
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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.3★

    Good

  • Sykes rating

Beautifully located ground-floor apartment, just a stone’s throw from Lake Windermere. Fabulous décor. Lake views. WiFi. (Ref. 1042969)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £532

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The Lake District is one of the country's finest National Parks, a perfect retreat for couples, friends and families alike. Embark on a Lake District short break for an experience filled with activity, scenery and a wealth of unique opportunities.

Why Lake District Short Breaks?

It is no surprise that Lake District mini breaks are so popular, with the region displaying its idyllic lakes and fells. Avid hikers and climbers will adore a Lake District short break, with seemingly endless opportunities at your disposal. Hike one of the UK's highest peaks, Scafell Pike, or try your hand at some exhilarating water sports on Windermere. Return to your Lake District weekend break cottage to unwind after each day of adrenaline-pumping adventure. Choose to enjoy your Lake District getaway in a stone-built cottage, majestic manor or secluded lodge. Our Lake District Travel Guide is the perfect tool for making the most of the area's attractions.

Places to visit near Lake District Short Break Cottages

No matter if you're walking, cycling or driving through the Lake District, you are certain to stumble upon its characterful towns and villages. Explore a number of market towns exuding charm during your Lake District mini break, offering quirky cafés and first-class restaurants. Also find an array of attractions appealing to people of all tastes and ages, from the enthralling to the laid-back. If you're enjoying a long weekend in the Lake District, consider visiting; Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Coniston, Kendal, Keswick and Penrith.

Types of Lake District Holidays

A holiday in the Lake District can be enjoyed in many different ways, from your location to the style of your holiday home. Those looking for something different will adore a Lake District glamping holiday, while our country Lake District cottages offer a rural retreat. Include the entire family with our choice of dog-friendly Lake District cottages, or escape with your other half to a romantic Lake District cottage.

Alternatively, take a look at this full collection of short break cottages in the UK.